APT34 Deploys Phishing Attack With New Malware

A phishing attack, involving malware attributed to the APT34 advanced threat group, was identified by researchers. The malware, named Menorah, was employed in a ‘MyCv.doc’ document used to target an as-yet unidentified victim, thought to be in Saudi Arabia, and was associated with cyberespionage. The APT34 group has been connected to a series of high-profile attacks in the Middle East. The group is known for its sophistication and considerable resources.